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The "otoscope" is used by doctors to examine which part of the body?

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Ear: Oto = ear, scope = to see/look. Otoscopes are used to look in the ears. They can also be used to look in the mouth/throat. It's basically as specialized flashlight.

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Answered 8/11/2012

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